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The Roswell City Council approved a 90-day moratorium on new data centers during its meeting on January 12, 2026, coinciding with the swearing-in of newly elected leaders. The moratorium will last until April 12, allowing the Community Development Department to establish zoning and land use standards focused on data centers, utility usage, and environmental impacts, particularly concerning the Chattahoochee River.

Mayor Mary Robichaux emphasized the need for patience in reviewing proposals. A report from the University of Georgia indicates that Georgia has 63 active data centers, with 35 under construction and nearly 250 announced. The moratorium aims to ensure long-term public policy considerations regarding data center development in Roswell.